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Getting The Most Out Of Your Bankruptcy Consultation

09/16/11

Bankruptcy is Not an Easy Decision Filing for bankruptcy is not an easy decision for anyone. The process itself is often scary enough and many people simply have no idea what a “free consultation” entails. With all of the paperwork and detailed requirements, it is easy to miss important information. Hiring a bankruptcy attorney is [...]

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Jefferson County Trying to Avoid Bankruptcy

09/16/11

Jefferson County, Alabama, has been on the brink of bankruptcy for months now.   The County Commission voted recently to hire two bankruptcy attorneys to handle a potential filing, and has projected that a Chapter 9 filing would cost the county about 1 million dollars a month. The county has not made full payments to bond [...]

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Joliet Bankruptcy Attorney & The Bankruptcy Court Date

09/15/11

 The bankruptcy court date is commonly referred to as the 341 meeting.  It’s also called the meeting of creditors.  Now clients are understandably nervous about this date.  In fact, in truth, I’ve heard many clients tell me that the 341 meeting was a lot easier than they ever expected it to be.  One question clients [...]

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Your Tax Returns Must be Filed as Part of a Chapter 13 Bankruptcy

09/14/11

Chapter 13 Bankruptcy and Tax Returns Chapter 13 bankruptcy is often called a “wage earners plan,”  meaning debtors need steady income in order to fund a court supervised repayment plan. The repayment plan involves paying back a percentage of debts to creditors over a period of between 3-5 years. Often, unsecured debts such as credit [...]

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Dallas Firm Joins the National Bankruptcy Forum

09/12/11

The Lee Law Firm aims to provide local residents with high quality legal representation at affordable rates. Their Dallas bankruptcy attorneys specialize in all aspects of Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 Bankruptcy. As bankruptcy lawyers in Dallas, the Lee Law Firm attorneys understand the pressures their clients face as the battle a financial hardship.

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Tucson Mayoral Candidate Arrested for Bankruptcy Fraud

09/12/11

A fringe candidate for mayor of Tucson was arrested for bankruptcy fraud a few months ago.  The 81 year old Marshall Home after filing on March 16, 2011, in United States Bankruptcy Court in Tucson an Involuntary Petition in Bankruptcy, seeking to place the United States in bankruptcy. Home claimed to have a claim for [...]

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Hiring A Tampa Bankruptcy Lawyer For Help With A Chapter 13 Hardship Discharge

09/09/11

One of the main benefits sought in bankruptcy is the discharge. In most cases a petitioner will need to fulfill the terms of the bankruptcy before being eligible for a discharge. There are numerous requirements debtors must fulfill before being eligible for a Chapter 13 bankruptcy discharge. Anyone seeking bankruptcy protection should always consult a [...]

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Chapter 7 Post-Petition Homeowners Ask What Happens If We Walk Away From Our Homes

09/08/11

     A common post-petition question I receive from my Chapter 7 clients is what are their obligations and options if they decide to walk away from their homes after they receive their discharge.  These are clients who initially did not surrender their homes when they filed Chapter 7 and have decided for various reasons they either cannot or do [...]

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Does Bankruptcy Affect Military Security Clearance?

09/07/11

Does Bankruptcy Affect Military Security Clearance? There is large presence of military service members in San Diego, California and many of our armed forces members frequently call me up and ask me about the effect of bankruptcy on military clearance. There is no magic answer to this question. It largely depends upon the military security [...]

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How Do I Choose A Good Bankruptcy Attorney?

09/07/11

Characteristics of a Good Bankruptcy Attorney If you’re faced with the unfortunate task of filing for bankruptcy, there’s nothing more important than having a highly qualified Arizona bankruptcy attorney by your side. Not only do reliable bankruptcy attorneys help seamlessly guide you through the process, but they can also make sure you get the full benefit [...]

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